From Edmonton: Hot Panda!
From Calgary: The Ramblin' Ambassadors!
From Winnipeg: Novillero!
From Vancouver: Vancougar and Bella!

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The Ramblin' Ambassadors (instro-twang!)

The Ramblin' Ambassadors were formed on a dare when a local promoter challenged guitarist Brent J. Cooper (of surf-punkers Huevos Rancheros) to fill an upcoming opening slot. Brent recruited bassist Scott Nickless and drummer Tyler Pickering to complete the line-up. Within a few weeks, the Ambassadors were playing with the Supersuckers, Big Sandy a... more info

Novillero

Hot Panda (pop)

By way of Edmonton, and now living in Vancouver, Mint recording artists Hot Panda recorded their sophomore album, How Come I'm Dead?, in less than a week during the midst of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic chaos, mostly live off the floor with few takes and overdubs, care of John Collins and David Carswell at JC/DC Studios. The band wanted it to soun... more info

Vancougar (rock and roll)

Bella (danceable indie-pop)

Cameron- guitar, keys, vox
Tiffany- drums, guitar, vox
Charla- keys, vox
Bella are known for their energetic and unpredictable live shows that feature multiple instrument swaps and hip-shaking dance moves to entice the audience. They have been critically acclaimed by local music magazines across the country, and Britain's NME called their song... more info